Beat the winter blues with these colorful appliances

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Spice up your kitchen with color

Give your kitchen a splash of bold color with appliances that are anything but dull. From stand mixers to refrigerators, these colorful appliances lend cheer to your kitchen.

It may be dingy outside, but your kitchen can be as fresh and colorful as spring flowers. Go bold in the kitchen with colorful appliances that marry style and function. We've hand-picked chic, sexy appliances that will have you spending more time in the kitchen.

Orange refrigerator

It doesn't get much bolder than a bright orange fridge. This cool appliance looks vintage but has all the function of a modern refrigerator. Make it the centerpiece of your kitchen. (West Elm, $1,999)

Blue breakfast maker

Pink stove

Did you own a doll house as a little girl? Get the pale pink appliance you loved in a big-girl size with this incredible retro pink stove and oven. Pink not your thing? It comes in other bold colors. (Big Chill, $5,495)

Blue range hood

Some appliances do the dirty work. A range hood isn't a sexy appliance, but it gets the job done. This blue range hood becomes a gorgeous centerpiece while increasing ventilation. (Appliances Connection, $3,999)

Chevron slow cooker

Can't settle on one favorite color? Cook in a multicolored chevron slow cooker. Retro and adorable, it'll be the star of your next potluck gathering. (Target, $35)

Green toaster

Modern lines and bright color make this green toaster a cheerful addition to your kitchen. The retractable cord means it won't clutter up your counter space. (Target, $20)

Purple stand mixer

Stand mixers come in a wide variety of colors. They're the perfect accessory for any baker. This purple stand mixer gleams as a unique focal point in your kitchen. (Bed, Bath & Beyond, $350)